I'll dominate 'legitimate boxer' Paul - Anthony Joshua
The British boxer prepares to battle Jake Paul in an eight-round contest which will be shown in real-time on the streaming platform.
British boxer Anthony Joshua stated he will "stamp all over" the American and "defeat" the American as the combatants met personally to promote the upcoming heavyweight fight.
Ex two-time unified heavyweight champion Joshua faces social media star turned fighter Paul - in what is, on paper, a mammoth mismatch - at Miami venue on 19 December.
Boxer's Mindset
"I plan to damage his features and hurt his body. I'm here to prove I'm superior," Joshua, 35 years old, said.
"I plan to overwhelm him. That's the boxer's mindset.
"I intend to genuinely try to injure him. That's my goal."
Civil Interaction
Despite these statements, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - normally recognized for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and remained civil with each other.
Jake Paul rather attacked ex Joshua opponent the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian rejected a match opportunity.
Targeting Fury
Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, took aim at British opponent Tyson Fury - and declined a large bet 'The Gypsy King' states he will put on a victory for Paul.
"[Paul] is better than Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer commented.
"I respect him for that."
Serious Fighter
Despite declaring he will punish Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to talk badly about his rival's pugilistic talent.
"Jake Paul is a legitimate boxer," he remarked.
Paul's History
Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has mainly boxed MMA fighters or faded names since becoming pro.
He lost to Briton Fury in last year.
Financial Success
Still, the inexperienced fighter is still one of boxing's biggest financial successes, regularly earning huge earnings.
Forecast and Belief
The 28-year-old anticipated a knockout win in round four or five and stated he would derail the long-awaited Fury-Joshua bout, which is apparently in the works for 2026.
"The next fight will be my match with Fury next year," Paul said.
Physical Difference
As both boxers participated in the customary stare-down, with their size difference clearly visible, it drove home just how surprising this whole event is - and how remarkable it is that the match is truly proceeding.
